What defines a Category 3 QAQI issue?

A Category 3 QAQI (Quality Assurance Quality Improvement) issue is defined as operating out of scope and policy violations. This classification indicates a serious concern where operational actions significantly deviate from established protocols or guidelines, which can pose risks to both personnel and the public. Such violations often require immediate attention and corrective actions to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.

In contrast, the other classifications would represent less critical concerns. Minor omissions typically involve small misses that don't significantly impact safety or operations. Significant issues with Clinical Excellence (CE) could be noteworthy but might not necessitate urgent corrective measures as those seen in Category 3 issues. Training issues, while they are important, generally represent a lack of knowledge or skills, which may not directly violate existing policies but rather indicate an area for improvement. Hence, focusing on out of scope and policy violations is what accurately defines the critical nature of a Category 3 QAQI issue.